2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Altezza | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
