2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carnival and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (301 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carnival | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |