2009 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carens would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 697 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 2011 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carens | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Carens | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
