2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Audi Q7 and 2008 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 784 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Q7 | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |