2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 477 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Charger | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |