2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Sportage | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 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 | 1542 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |