2009 Kia Carens vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1335 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 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |
