2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2008 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Lacetti | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |