2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 408 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival. 2010 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Carnival |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |