2010 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Kia Carens

To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carens would be higher. Both 2010 Kia Carens and 2011 Kia Carens are equipped with a 1,793 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 124 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, both vehicles can yield 163 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Carens 2011 Kia Carens
Make Kia Kia
Model Carens Carens
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1793 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 177 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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