2007 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival.
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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TSX | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TSX | Carnival |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |