2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
