1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 43 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | 62 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
