1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 488 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
