2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 628 kg more than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
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 (343 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Maxima. (292 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
