Model Year | 2023 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Carnival | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.7 in | 106.9 in | 14.8 in |
Length | 203.0 in | 184.6 in | 18.4 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 71.9 in | 6.6 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 67.9 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4376 lb. | 3649 lb. | 727 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 64.2 in | 57.9 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.8 in | 55.1 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 39.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 63.2 in | 57.0 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.4 in | 54.9 in | 11.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 36.4 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 32.3 in | 6.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.5 in | 53.2 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 39.8 in | 10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 30.2 in | 5.4 in |
Total Legroom | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 9.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 40.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 29.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 86.9 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | 47.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 145.1 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | 64.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Carnival.
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |