2003 Audi LeMans vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi LeMans. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi LeMans would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi LeMans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi LeMans (601 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 494 kg more than 2003 Audi LeMans.
Because 2003 Audi LeMans is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi LeMans 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, 2003 Audi LeMans (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi LeMans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi LeMans | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | LeMans | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 601 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
