2009 Kia Carens vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 353 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 2009 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Carens | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
