2009 Ford Edge vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 393 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Edge | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |