2010 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 653 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Passat | Carnival |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |