1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
