2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 255 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carnival | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |