2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carnival and 2007 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 932 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Carnival | Micra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |