2007 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300.
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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
