2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Carnival | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
