2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
