2008 Kia Carens vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Carens | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
