2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 560 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
Model | Jetta | Carnival |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |