2002 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Acura MDX.
Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 2002 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | MDX | Carnival |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |