2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 5 kg more 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 6 | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |