2001 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2012 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 468 kg more than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.

Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Isuzu VehiCross 2012 Kia Carnival
Make Isuzu Kia
Model VehiCross Carnival
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3165 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2910 mm


 

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