2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 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 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 91 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 649 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carnival | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2648 mm |
