2009 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 809 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S8 | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |