2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | M | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
