2009 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 2006 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 28.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
