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 94 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 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 95 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 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 Infiniti G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 2011 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
