2010 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Carens | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carens | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
