2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 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 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S6 | Carens |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |