2008 Acura RDX vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 1 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 574 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RDX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
