2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1191 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Carnival | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
