2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70. 2009 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Carnival | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
