1994 Toyota Venture vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Venture | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Venture | Carnival |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |