2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Carnival | Avantime |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |