1994 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Audi V8.

Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi V8 2011 Kia Carnival
Make Audi Kia
Model V8 Carnival
Year Released 1994 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3561 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 75 L