2007 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carens | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
