1991 Renault Express vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 695 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2010 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2010 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Express | Carens |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
