2007 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
