2007 Kia Carens vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 695 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carens | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
