2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2003 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 448 kg more than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Because 2003 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Frontera 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2003 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carnival | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |