2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 2009 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Hilux | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Hilux | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |