1996 Kia Clarus vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Clarus weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Clarus | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Clarus | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |