2007 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 347 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Rio | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
