2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 6 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 466 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Kia | Infiniti |
| Model | Carnival | G25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
