2001 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | Aceca | Carnival |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |