2011 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 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 2011 Ford F-350. 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-350 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-350 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |