2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Carnival | HHR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |