2001 Kia Carens vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Carens | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2808 mm |
