2009 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2009 Kia Carens and 2009 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carens | GTI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |