2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival.
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 Sedona (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Sedona | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
