2005 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Carens | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
