1998 Toyota Supra vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Supra | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Supra | Carens |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |