2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Musa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Musa would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Musa. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 794 kg more than 2006 Lancia Musa. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Musa. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2006 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Carnival | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
