2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2005 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | PT Cruiser | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |