2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe 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 (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Carnival | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
