2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 694 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sequoia | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
