2008 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Kia Carens | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Carens | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |