2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 357 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Carnival | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2808 mm |
