2004 Toyota Previa vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Previa | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Previa | Carnival |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |