Carnival LXS vs Cima
Kia · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
Carnival LXS
Beats the Cima by 0.03s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Carnival LXS beats the Cima by a hair, finishing 0.03 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Carnival LXS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
290 hp
270 hp
0–100 km/h
8s
8s
Top speed
220 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
3.5L V6
4.1L V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
355 Nm
390 Nm
Price
$39,500
$60,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Carnival LXS
Cima
100 m
7.166s
7.138s
1/8 mile
10.556s
10.540s
1/4 mile
15.785s
15.819s
1 km
27.977s
28.254s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Carnival LXS is $39,500 vs $60,000 for the Cima — a $20,500 gap. Power: Carnival LXS makes 20 hp more (290 vs 270). Top speed: Carnival LXS runs to 220 km/h, 10 km/h higher than Cima.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Carnival LXS or the Cima?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Carnival LXS is faster, beating the Cima by 0.03 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Carnival LXS vs the Cima?
The Carnival LXS hits 100 km/h in 8 seconds, while the Cima does it in 8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Carnival LXS produces 290 hp; the Cima produces 270 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Carnival LXS tops out at 220 km/h, and the Cima reaches 210 km/h.
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