2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
