2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd 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. Both 2009 Kia Cee'd and 2006 Kia Carens are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Cee'd | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 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 | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |