2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carnival | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
