1995 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
