2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Picnic |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |