2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 589 kg more than 2006 Kia Carnival. 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Envoy | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
