2008 Toyota Avalon vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Avalon | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Avalon | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |