2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2361 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
