1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 Kia Carens

To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.

Because 1996 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 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Ferrari F355 2010 Kia Carens
Make Ferrari Kia
Model F355 Carens
Year Released 1996 2010
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 377 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 363 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 4260 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


 

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