2012 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Carnival | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carnival | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |