2012 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, both 2012 Kia Carnival and 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 726 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Carnival | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carnival | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1404 mm |