2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2005 Nissan Maxima 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. 2005 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Carnival | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |