2009 Geely CK vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 591 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Geely | Kia |
| Model | CK | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
