1990 Chevrolet Astro 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 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.

Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Astro 2009 Kia Carnival
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Astro Carnival
Year Released 1990 2009
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 183 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2910 mm


 

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