2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2005 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Sequoia 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Toyota Kia
Model Sequoia Carnival
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 274 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 426 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 98 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 75 L


 

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