2001 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
Because 2001 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lexus IS | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Lexus | Kia |
Model | IS | Carnival |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |