2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 911 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 Lotus Esprit 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Carnival | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |