2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 464 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
