2006 Kia Carens vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX 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 8 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | RunX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
