2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Kia Carens

To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Kia Carnival.

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 Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Carnival 2006 Kia Carens
Make Kia Kia
Model Carnival Carens
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 111 HP
Torque 224 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1988 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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