2005 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 202 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944.
Because 1989 Porsche 944 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 1989 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Carens | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
