2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Peugeot 807 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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 Peugeot 807 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2005 Peugeot 807 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. 2005 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carnival | 807 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
