2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sedona | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
