1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | Ponton | Carnival |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |