1994 Nissan Crew vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 784 kg more than 1994 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Crew 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 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Crew. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Crew | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Crew | Carnival |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |