2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carnival and 2007 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Carnival | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |