2008 Kia Carens vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carens | 807 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
