2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carnival | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
