2005 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Jimny | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Suzuki | Kia |
Model | Jimny | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |