1994 Renault 19 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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, 1994 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 19 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
