2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Carnival | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |