1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 954 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 626 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |