2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2005 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 849 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carnival | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |