2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Vectra | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |