2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carnival | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Carnival | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |