2009 Kia Carens vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 129 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 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carens | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
