2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carnival | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |