2006 Acura TL vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 449 kg more than 2006 Acura TL.
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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura TL | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Acura | Kia |
Model | TL | Carnival |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |