2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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. Both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2005 Kia Carens are equipped with a 1,975 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sportage | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
