2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Expedition | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |