2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2009 Kia Carnival 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |