2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 2 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 73 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 854 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Carnival | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
