2008 Kia Carens vs. 2000 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2000 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 119 kg more than 2000 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2000 Land Rover Freelander 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 (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Land Rover Freelander. (166 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2000 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Carens | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |