1997 Mazda 323 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 142 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1997 Mazda 323.
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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 323. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 323 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 323 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
