1996 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 11 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 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 251 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
