1994 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Bentley Brooklands 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 1994 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Brooklands | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |
