2008 Kia Carnival vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 624 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 1991 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carnival | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
