2004 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 633 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 2004 Dodge Viper 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 2004 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
