2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 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 2001 Honda S2000. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |