2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
