2008 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 871 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
