2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 907 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Silverado | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
