2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sedona | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
