1999 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 528 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Berlina | Carnival |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |