1993 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
