2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 501 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival. 2009 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | QX56 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |
