2005 Acura RSX vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 946 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX.
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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RSX | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | RSX | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |