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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 768 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
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 | 1984 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 98 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |