2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carnival 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Kia Carnival.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carnival | Viano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |