1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Mehari | Carens |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
