2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Kia Carnival and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Carnival | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
