2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 437 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Panda | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
