1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 764 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 626 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
