2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carnival and 2007 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |