2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 336 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Carnival |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |