2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
