2007 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Carnival |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |