2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 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 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Carnival | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
