2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |