2000 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 2022 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2000 Audi R8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
