2009 Audi R8 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 R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 640 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | R8 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |