1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 538 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Carnival |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |