2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 603 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Maxima | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Maxima | Carnival |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |