2008 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Nubira | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Nubira | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
