2008 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 9 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carens | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
