2008 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2010 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Carens | Tribute |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4442 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |