2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 803 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
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, 1993 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carnival | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
