1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Dakota | Carnival |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |