2006 Kia Carens vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera 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 10 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Nissan Primera. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
