2011 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Carens | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | Boxster |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |