1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 765 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Carens |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |