2002 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 21 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Because 2002 Toyota MR2 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 2002 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | MR2 | Carens |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |