2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 479 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Carnival | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |