2000 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1108 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 AC Cobra 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 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival. 2006 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Cobra | Carnival |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |