2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 577 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carnival | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
