2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 379 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carnival | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |