2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Altezza | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Altezza | Carens |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |