2008 Kia Carens vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 161 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Breeze.
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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. 2008 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1995 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1995 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Carens | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
