1992 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
