1993 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 283 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 1993 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Commodore | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Carnival |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |