2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 4 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 659 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
