1992 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 311 kg more than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Wrangler | Carens |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
