2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carnival | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
