2004 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S4 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
