1997 Kia Retona vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 217 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Retona | Carnival |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |