2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Carnival | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |