1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 274 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S8 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |