2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 454 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
