2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
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 Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 727 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen 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 1994 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 1994 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
