2010 Nissan 370Z vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 723 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2010 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival. 2011 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan 370Z | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | 370Z | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1316 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
