1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 701 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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, 2009 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Duna | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |