2007 Fiat Stilo 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 Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Stilo | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
