2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2011 Kia Carens | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Veracruz | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |