2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona 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 96 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Carnival | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |