2012 Opel Insignia vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Insignia 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:
| 2012 Opel Insignia | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Insignia | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2910 mm |
