2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Carnival |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |