1990 Honda Integra 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 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 501 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Integra | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Integra | Carens |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |