2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 317 kg more than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Carnival | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
