2008 Kia Carens vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 11 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1996 Subaru SVX 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carens | SVX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |