2006 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX.
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 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | RX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
