2008 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 135 L |
