2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3270 mm |
