2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 978 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 3 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
