1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 406 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
