2004 Acura CL vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 Acura CL.
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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | CL | Carens |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |