2010 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2010 Kia Carnival

To start off, both 2010 Hyundai Matrix and 2010 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 897 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Matrix. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Matrix.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Hyundai Matrix 2010 Kia Carnival
Make Hyundai Kia
Model Matrix Carnival
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 165 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.7 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1323 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L


 

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