2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Taurus X | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
