2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
