2005 ZAZ Tavrija vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 ZAZ Tavrija 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 (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. 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. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2005 ZAZ Tavrija has manual transmission. 2005 ZAZ Tavrija 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 ZAZ Tavrija | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | ZAZ | Kia |
| Model | Tavrija | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2910 mm |
