2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 893 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
