2009 Kia Carens vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 111 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 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 1996 Nissan Stagea 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. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
