2010 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Carnival | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Kia | Dodge |
Model | Carnival | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |