2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carnival | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
