2002 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 154 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 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, 2002 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A8 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |