1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 497 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1951 Buick LeSabre 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 1951 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Carnival |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 75 L |