2010 Kia Carnival vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Carnival | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Carnival | Today |
Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |