2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 439 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Taurus | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
