2008 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 5 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Kia | Lexus |
| Model | Carens | RX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
