2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. 2010 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Carnival | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
