2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1996 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Clarus weights approximately 162 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 1996 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Entourage | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
