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 79 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 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. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25.
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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
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 | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1631 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 |
