2008 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Neon and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 366 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
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 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Neon. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Neon | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |