2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2008 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 968 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Carnival 2008 Kia Carnival
Make Kia Kia
Model Carnival Carnival
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 169 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.2 seconds 14.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1115 kg 2083 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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