2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 653 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
