Kia Carnival 2006 vs Mercedes Vito 2003
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.9 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 185 HP | 109 HP | |
| Torque: | 343 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Kia Carnival engine produces 76 HP more power than Mercedes Vito, whereas torque is 73 NM more than Mercedes Vito. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 75 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Kia Carnival) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes Vito) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 18 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Hyundai Terracan | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.81 m | no data | |
| Width: | 1.98 m | no data | |
| Height: | 1.82 m | no data | |
| Trunk capacity: | 364 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1666 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`920 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 3000 | 4000 | |
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