2008 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S4 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S4 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |