2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Altis | Carens |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |