2008 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2008 Kia Carens and 2008 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2008 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Carens | Partner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |