2007 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carens and 2007 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens.
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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Carens | Vue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |