2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carnival | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
