2006 Audi TT vs. 2005 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 618 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 TT (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi TT 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Audi Kia
Model TT Carnival
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1786 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 2083 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 75 L


 

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