1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille.
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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival. 1990 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | DeVille | Carnival |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |