2011 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 537 kg more than 2011 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Carnival | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 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 | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
