2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 378 kg more than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
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 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2002 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |