1993 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang 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 31 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mustang weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1993 Ford Mustang 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 1993 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mustang | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
