2003 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
