2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 644 kg more than 2010 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
