2008 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
