2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 837 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Carnival | Thema |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |