2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 919 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
Because 2010 SSC Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1047 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Kia | SSC |
| Model | Carnival | Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1090 mm |
