2005 Lexus ES vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 464 kg more than 2005 Lexus ES.
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 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus ES | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | ES | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
