1995 Rover 600 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 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Rover 600.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600. 2005 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 600 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:
1995 Rover 600 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 600 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |