2012 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2012 Kia Carnival and 2012 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 513 kg more than 2012 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Kia Carnival | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
Model | Carnival | Silverado |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 136 L |