1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Visa | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
