Model Year | 2023 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Carnival | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 244 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 118.9 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 202.0 in | 1 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 78.3 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 69.3 in | -0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4376 lb. | 4387 lb. | -11 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.9 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.2 in | 63.2 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 59.2 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.7 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 65.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.4 in | 65.9 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 40.9 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 38.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.5 in | 60.5 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 50.1 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 34.0 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.2 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | 8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 86.9 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.1 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival.
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2006 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |