2005 Kia Carens vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 889 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |