2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2772 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4811 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
