2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 613 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Kia | Jeep |
Model | Carnival | Patriot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |