2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 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 37 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 95 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306. 2003 Peugeot 306 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 306 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carnival | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
