Model Year | 2022 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Carnival | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 111.0 in | 10.7 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 197.2 in | 5.8 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 72.8 in | 5.7 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 58.5 in | 10 in |
Curb Weight | 4376 lb. | 3490 lb. | 886 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.8 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.2 in | 59.4 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 55.8 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 41.3 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.5 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 58.2 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.4 in | 56.2 in | 10.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 40.9 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 0.0 in | 38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.5 in | 0.0 in | 59.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 35 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.2 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 25.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 86.9 ft3 | 14.4 | 72.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.1 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 130.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Carnival.
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |