2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 851 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | HR-V | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
