2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 31 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (305 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Airflite | Carens |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
