2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carnival | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
