2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Carnival 2007 Kia Rondo
Make Kia Kia
Model Carnival Rondo
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 222 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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