2010 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 873 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Carnival | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Carnival | Getz |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
