2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 5 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Kia | Hyundai |
Model | Carnival | ix35 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |