2008 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 1989 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 1989 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
