2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carnival | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
