2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 7 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 537 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carnival | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2788 mm |
