1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 998 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | RS 200 | Carens |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |