2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Kia | SsangYong |
| Model | Carnival | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
