2008 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
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, 2008 Volvo S40 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S40 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S40 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
