2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 642 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Maxima | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
