2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
