2005 Kia Picanto vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 190 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Picanto | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 59 L |