1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 875 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Carens |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2570 mm |
