2004 Renault Fluence vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Fluence. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Fluence would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Fluence is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Fluence (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Renault Fluence.
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, 2004 Renault Fluence (366 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Fluence will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Fluence | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Fluence | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
