2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 723 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. 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 (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Kia | Saturn |
| Model | Carnival | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
