2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 836 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Stratus | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |