2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Colorado | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2902 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
