2012 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 299 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Carnival | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Chrysler |
| Model | Carnival | 300 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
