2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carnival | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |