2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 744 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (224 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Carnival | ION |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |
