1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Pajero | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
