2007 Kia Carens vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carens and 2007 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 419 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2007 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Kia | TVR |
Model | Carens | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |