2005 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 423 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 98 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
