1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 338 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Venture | Carnival |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |