2007 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Panda | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |