2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, both 2006 Kia Carnival and 2006 Maserati Coupe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2006 Maserati Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Carnival | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |