2008 Kia Carens vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Carens | S-MX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |