1994 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 784 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 400 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
