2002 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Ford GT 40 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 2002 Ford GT 40. 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) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford GT 40 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Ford Kia
Model GT 40 Carnival
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Bore Size 95.6 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.9 mm 98 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 107 L 75 L


 

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