2009 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lincoln Navigator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lincoln Navigator would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 921 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 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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. 2008 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Carens | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Kia | Lincoln |
Model | Carens | Navigator |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 127 L |