2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina 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 12 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |