1995 Hyundai Scoupe 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 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Scoupe | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Scoupe | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
