2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carnival | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |