2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2012 Kia Carnival
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Carnival
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 226 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.8 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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