2001 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 678 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
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 TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | TT | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
