Model Year | 2006 | 2022 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Kia Carnival | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 121.7 in | -10.7 in |
Length | 197.2 in | 203.0 in | -5.8 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 78.5 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 68.5 in | -10 in |
Curb Weight | 3490 lb. | 4376 lb. | -886 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.9 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 64.2 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 59.8 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 63.2 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 66.4 in | -10.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 40.5 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.6 in | -38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.5 in | -59.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.6 in | -35.6 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 117.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 40.2 ft3 | -25.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.4 | 86.9 ft3 | -72.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 145.1 ft3 | -130.7 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Carnival.