2001 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Carens | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
