2012 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 606 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus GS | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | GS | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4826 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
