2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V. 2009 Honda FR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda FR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | FR-V | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |