2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival 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. Both 2005 Kia Carnival and 2009 Kia Carnival are equipped with a 2,902 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1105 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Carnival 2009 Kia Carnival
Make Kia Kia
Model Carnival Carnival
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 137 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 169 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.2 seconds 15.2 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 2220 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 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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