2002 Honda City vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 573 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2009 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | City | Carens |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |