2010 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Tacoma | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Tacoma | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
