2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 418 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Silverado | Carnival |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |