1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Because 1995 Ferrari F355 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | F355 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
