2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Express | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
