2010 Toyota Prius vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 644 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Prius | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Prius | Carnival |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |