2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2011 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
