2005 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 Lexus SC and 2005 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 625 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 2005 Lexus SC 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 2005 Lexus SC. 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, 2005 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus SC | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Lexus | Kia |
Model | SC | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |