1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 319 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
