2004 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. Both 2004 Toyota MR2 and 2010 Kia Carens are equipped with a 1,793 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 450 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Because 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | MR2 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
