2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | F-150 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |