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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 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. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 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 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1115 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
