2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CR-V | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
