2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 106 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 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carnival | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
