2005 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carens | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2735 mm |
