2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.7 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 | 1115 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
