2008 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Carens | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |