1996 Kia Clarus vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 676 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Clarus weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Clarus, 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Clarus | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Clarus | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |