1990 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 608 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac 6000 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | 6000 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |