2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier 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 2007 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rainier | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |