2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia 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 134 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Carnival | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
