2002 Dodge Razor vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Razor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Razor would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
Because 2002 Dodge Razor 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 2002 Dodge Razor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Razor | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
