2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Idea 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 85 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Idea | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
