2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2220 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |