2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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 Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Avantissimo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
