2005 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Infiniti | Kia |
Model | M | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |