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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 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 298 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 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carnival | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
