2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 192 kg more than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Kia | Jeep |
| Model | Carnival | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
