2009 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 1 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, 2009 Acura RDX (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
Because 2009 Acura RDX 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, 2009 Acura RDX 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RDX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
