2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 257 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | CX-9 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
