2011 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Carens |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1377 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |