2002 Acura EL vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura EL | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | EL | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
