Chrysler Pacifica 2016 vs Kia Carnival 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.6 Petrol | 2.2 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Chrysler Pacifica) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Kia Carnival) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 291 HP | 200 HP | |
| Torque: | 355 NM | 440 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 13.6 seconds | |
| Chrysler Pacifica engine produces 91 HP more power than Kia Carnival, but torque is 85 NM less than Kia Carnival. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.7 | 7.7 | |
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The Kia Carnival is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Chrysler Pacifica consumes 3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Kia Carnival, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Chrysler Pacifica could require 450 litres more fuel. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 131 mm (5.2 inches) | 171 mm (6.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Kia Carnival can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Kia Carnival version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 9 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Jeep Wrangler | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Hyundai Santa FE, Kia Sorento, Hyundai Grandeur | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Kia Carnival might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Kia Carnival 2014 2.2 engine: In 2009, Hyundai-Kia introduced a new generation of R-series diesel engines. The 2.2-liter version featured a cast-iron block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a Bosch CP4 Common Rail fuel ... More about Kia Carnival 2014 2.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.18 m | 5.12 m | |
| Width: | 2.02 m | 1.99 m | |
| Height: | 1.78 m | 1.74 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Chrysler Pacifica is 6 cm longer than the Kia Carnival, 4 cm wider, while the height of Chrysler Pacifica is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 915 litres | 359 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
3979 litres | 2335 litres | |
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Chrysler Pacifica has more luggage capacity. Chrysler Pacifica has 556 litres more trunk space than the Kia Carnival. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Chrysler Pacifica (by 1644 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.1 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Chrysler Pacifica is 0.9 metres more than that of the Kia Carnival, which means Chrysler Pacifica can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`724 | 3`045 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 28 000 | 12 800 | |
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