2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Carnival | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 14.4 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 | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |