2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Pacifica | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3951 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
