2011 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Carnival | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Carnival | Colorado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |