2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Voyager.
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 Voyager (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Voyager | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
