2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2009 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche Carrera GT 2009 Kia Carnival
Make Porsche Kia
Model Carrera GT Carnival
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 605 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 591 Nm 310 Nm
Engine Bore Size 98 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 98 mm
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 92 L 75 L


 

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