2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Carnival | Juke |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |