1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Carens |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
