2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2007 SsangYong Korando and 2007 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 64 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 383 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Korando | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
