2002 Honda Acty 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 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Acty | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
