2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 875 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Carnival | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
