2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 33 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1155 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carnival | Transporter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |