2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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 Audi A6 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
