2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 714 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Outback 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback. 2012 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Outback | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Outback | Carnival |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |