2002 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Rover 75. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75. 2012 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 75 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
