2008 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |