2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 258 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
