2011 Kia Carnival vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 444 kg more than 2001 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Carnival | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
