2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
