2006 Saturn ION vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 633 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Saturn | Kia |
| Model | ION | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
