1999 Kia Clarus vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 1999 Kia Clarus and 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Clarus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (64 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Clarus weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Clarus (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Clarus | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
