2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carnival | Edge |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
