1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 210 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.
Because 1996 Cadillac Catera 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 1996 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Catera | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
