1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. 1999 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Intrepid | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
