2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 583 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Outback | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Outback | Carnival |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |