2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
