1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Camaro 2010 Kia Carnival
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Camaro Carnival
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 2024 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2900 mm