2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2010 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 875 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.

Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Porsche Carrera GT 2010 Kia Carnival
Make Porsche Kia
Model Carrera GT Carnival
Year Released 2002 2010
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5731 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 604 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.9 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 75 L