2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia 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 (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 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 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Carnival | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
