2009 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |