2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival. 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S4 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |