2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 599 and 2009 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 599 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 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 599 | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |