1999 Kia Clarus vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Clarus | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Clarus | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
