2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 71 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Carnival | Soul |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |