1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens.
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 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Previa | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Previa | Carens |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |