1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 955 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.
Because 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Kia |
| Model | Silver Spur | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |
