2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 379 kg more than 2009 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Sequoia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival. 2010 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2010 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 2010 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2027 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
