2007 Dacia Sandero vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 913 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Sandero | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dacia | Kia |
| Model | Sandero | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
