1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Lotus | Kia |
| Model | GT 1 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
