2001 Acura RL vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura RL | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RL | Carens |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |