2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 393 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Kia | Kia |
Model | Borrego | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4627 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |