2001 Toyota RunX 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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 2001 Toyota RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota RunX | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | RunX | Carens |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |