2001 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 12 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 142 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 2013 Scion tC 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 2013 Scion tC. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Kia | Scion |
| Model | Carens | tC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
