2008 Opel Antara vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Antara | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
