2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Carnival |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |