2005 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 63 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.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2012 Audi R8 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. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Carens | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1267 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |