2011 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco and 2011 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 922 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival. 2011 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Scirocco | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1740 mm |
