2012 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 204 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Carnival | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carnival | Panamera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |