1999 Acura EL vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 2007 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura EL | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | EL | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2900 mm |
