2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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. Both 2009 Chevrolet Colorado and 2005 Kia Carnival are equipped with a 2,901 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 959 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Colorado | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |