2006 Kia Carnival vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 649 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
