2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 607 kg more than 2005 Mazda 5. 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carnival | 2005 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Carnival | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |