2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Carnival | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |