2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 623 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Carnival | GTI |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
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 | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |