2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S4 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
