2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 523 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Carnival | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
