2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 310 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carnival | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
