1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus. 2005 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Clarus has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Clarus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Clarus | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
