2006 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |