2006 Nissan Interstar 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 Interstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Interstar would be higher. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Interstar (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Interstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Interstar | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Interstar | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 139 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
