2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2006 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 99 L |
