2007 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | YRV | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
