2011 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 SSC Aero

To start off, both 2011 Kia Carnival and 2011 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 876 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 731 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.

Because 2011 SSC Aero 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 2011 SSC Aero. 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Kia Carnival 2011 SSC Aero
Make Kia SSC
Model Carnival Aero
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2656 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 186 HP 1062 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 1357 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 192 km/hour 380 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2024 kg 1293 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1090 mm


 

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