2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
