2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Carnival | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
