2002 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
