2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 907 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Express | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 507 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |