2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Carnival | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
