2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 647 kg more than 1999 Rover 75.
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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Carnival | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
