2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 866 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carnival | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
