2001 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 799 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. 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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
