2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 740 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2011 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 407 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
