2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tundra | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Tundra | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
