2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 4 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Carnival | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
