2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2009 Kia Carnival and 2009 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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 (310 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia. 2009 Renault Thalia 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 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2473 mm |
