2011 Lotus Evora vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 133 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Because 2011 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora. 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 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lotus Evora | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Evora | Carens |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 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 | 1382 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1222 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |