2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Palio | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |