2009 Kia Carnival vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
