2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | XLR | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
