2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 593 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2002 Toyota Caldina 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. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Caldina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |