2007 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carens | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
