2006 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Yukon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
