2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 503 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40.
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 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Carnival | i40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 97 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
