2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 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 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
