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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 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 Audi A4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 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.

Compare all specifications:

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 2983 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 82.8 mm
Top Speed 238 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 75 L


 

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