2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 6 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |