2003 Kia Visto 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 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto 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 84 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Visto | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
