1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 13 kg more than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion 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 1970 Buick Centurion. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centurion | Carnival |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |