2007 Kia Carens vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 149 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Carens | Alero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
