1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 980 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Argento Viva | Carnival |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |