2008 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 633 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
