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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 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. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 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 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 | 2901 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 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 | 2220 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 |