2006 Kia Carnival vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 801 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Carnival | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
