1993 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 328 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Carens |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
