1995 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 42 kg more than 1995 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A6 (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A6 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Carens |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |