2007 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 4 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Carens | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
