2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Allroad | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
