2011 Infiniti FX vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti FX | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Infiniti | Kia |
| Model | FX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
