2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Carnival | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
