2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 795 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2012 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | RX-8 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
