2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 628 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carnival | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
