1990 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 Audi 200.
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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | 200 | Carens |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |