2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Seicento 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:

2002 Fiat Seicento 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Fiat Kia
Model Seicento Carnival
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1114 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 2087 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 75 L


 

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