2007 Kia Carens vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. Both 2007 Kia Carens and 1998 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 179 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2007 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
