2007 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |