1991 Auverland A3 vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Auverland A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Auverland A3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 283 kg more than 1991 Auverland A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Auverland A3 | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Auverland | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
