2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Accent | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1793 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
