1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |