2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 666 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
