2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 6 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, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 509 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX.
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, 2011 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2011 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Carnival | TSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
