2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Carnival | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
