2008 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 3 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. Both 2008 Kia Carens and 2011 Ford Kuga are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carens | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
