2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Odyssey | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
