2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 314 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Ram | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
