2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
