2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2008 Ford E-250 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 Ford E-250. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-250 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | E-250 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |