2001 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 35 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carens | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
