2001 Acura TL vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TL | Carens |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |