2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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. Both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2010 Hyundai Terracan are equipped with a 2,902 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 381 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Carnival | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
