2006 Kia Carnival vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 963 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Carnival | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
