2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 538 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Durango (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
