2007 Kia Carens vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, both 2007 Kia Carens and 2007 Audi S4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Carens | S4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
