1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 2006 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Duna | Carnival |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |