2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 733 kg more than 1993 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1993 Venturi Coupe 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 1993 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1993 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Kia | Venturi |
Model | Carnival | Coupe |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |