2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | GT | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
