2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carnival | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |