1992 Dodge Viper vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 427 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
