2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
