2008 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
