1993 Dodge Spirit 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 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit 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 36 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 708 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Spirit | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
