2001 Kia Carens vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 66 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carens | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
