2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Kia Carnival and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 980 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Carnival | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carnival | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |