2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |