2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 521 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carnival | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |