2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2008 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | X-Trail | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |