2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 832 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Carnival | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
