2001 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Carens | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Carens | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |