2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Edge | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
