2012 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Ford Edge.
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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Edge | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Edge | Carnival |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |