2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1999 Rover 800
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 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. Both 2005 Kia Carnival and 1999 Rover 800 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 800 weights approximately 320 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, 1999 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 1999 Rover 800 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. 1999 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Carnival | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
