2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Pathfinder | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |