2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carnival and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carnival | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
