2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country.
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 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Town & Country | Carnival |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |