2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Carens |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1793 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |