1996 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
