1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Cutlass | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
