2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda 6 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 6 | Carens |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |