2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carnival | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
