2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 564 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |