2007 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Carens | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| 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 | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
