2008 Kia Carens vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze 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, 1998 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Carens | Breeze |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
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 |