2009 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Saab | Kia |
| Model | 05-Sep | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
