2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Kia Carnival and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carnival | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carnival | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |