2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carnival | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
