2001 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Accent (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Carens |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
