2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
Because 1986 Porsche 911 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 1986 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Carnival | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |