2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Palio | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
