2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Yukon | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Yukon | Carnival |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |