2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1994 Rover 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 847 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Carnival | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
