2005 GMC Savana 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 Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (186 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Savana | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 186 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
