2008 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carens | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |