2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 447 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Canyon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
