2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 832 kg more than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | F-250 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2656 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
