2007 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX.
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 (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Carens | CSX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 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 | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
