2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Volkswagen Beetle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carnival | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |