2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 603 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
Because 2005 Lexus SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Kia | Lexus |
Model | Carnival | SC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |