1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 428 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Chairman | Carnival |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |