2009 Kia Carens vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Carens | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
