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 434 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 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 581 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 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 | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
