2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 658 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Carnival | I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
