2010 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | GL | Carnival |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1839 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3076 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |