2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ascari A10 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 2011 Ascari A10. 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Kia | Ascari |
| Model | Carnival | A10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2636 mm |
