1953 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1953 Jaguar C-Type 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 1953 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival. 2010 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1953 Jaguar C-Type has manual transmission. 1953 Jaguar C-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jaguar C-Type | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | C-Type | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
