2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
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 Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Celica weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 208 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 | 1115 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
