2008 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carens | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
