2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Kia | Hyundai |
| Model | Carnival | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
