2009 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 25 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 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Carens | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
