2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Carnival | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2774 mm |
