2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Polo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 2902 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1115 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
