1993 Jensen Interceptor 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 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 222 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
