2011 Kia Carnival vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 519 kg more than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Carnival | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Carnival | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 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 | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
