2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
