2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carnival and 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 543 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Carnival | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |