2011 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A5 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
