1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 991 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Cavalier | Carens |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |