2005 Kia Carens vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (112 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 678 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Carens | Serie II |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |