2006 Kia Carens vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 254 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carens | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
