2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 922 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Carnival | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
