2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Vizon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
