1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 703 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Carens |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
