1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
