1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 946 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 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 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ferrari | Kia |
| Model | 208 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 2078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
