1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 705 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Carnival |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |