2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 690 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Armada | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Armada | Carnival |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2902 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 75 L |