2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Impreza | Carnival |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |