2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 319 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carnival | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |