2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Kia Carnival and 2009 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carnival | 2009 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Carnival | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |