1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 785 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Explorer | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
