2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 846 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RunX | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | RunX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 2024 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
