2011 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 175 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Golf | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
