2001 Kia Carens vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus GS 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 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 2000 Lexus GS 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. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Carens | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Carens | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |