2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Marathon 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 Mazda Marathon. 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 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Marathon has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Marathon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | Marathon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 2220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
