2011 Infiniti G25 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti G25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti G25 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti G25 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | G25 | Carens |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |