2008 Pontiac G6 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 672 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6.
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 Pontiac G6 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G6 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | G6 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
