2008 Kia Carens vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara 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 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carens | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
