1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens.
Because 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Hi-Ace | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |