2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.

Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Chrysler 300 2010 Kia Carnival
Make Chrysler Kia
Model 300 Carnival
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2701 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 259 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 204 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L