2000 Acura RL vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sedona weights approximately 503 kg more than 2000 Acura RL.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | RL | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
